Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsNews Corp B (NWS)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$283.93
+0.78%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.42T
NWS
News Corp B
$28.97
-13.24%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $17.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 5118% more annual revenue ($471.10B vs $9.03B). GOOG leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 6.3%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GOOG
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
NWS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$500.74
Current Price
$283.93
$216.81 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NWS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 25.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.0% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 24.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NWS
The strongest argument for NWS centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NWS
The primary concerns for NWS are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while NWS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.7% — sustainability is the question.
NWS generates stronger free cash flow (-89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (69/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 50.0% margins and 24.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
Visit Website →News Corp B
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
News Corporation is an American mass media and publishing company operating across digital real estate information, news media, book publishing, and cable television.
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